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Appalachian Trail - The Appalachian Trail stretches from Springer Mountain, Georgia, to Mount Katahdin, Maine--a distance of 2,160 miles. If you walked it straight through, it would take you between four and six months before you emerged at the other end. At this outstanding site, you will see a map of the trail and read hikers' journals about their travels. Don't miss the story about Bill Irwin, a blind man who completed the trail accompanied by his trusty guide dog, Orient. There are also links to Web sites about national scenic trail systems, such as the Pacific Crest Trail, the Natchez Trace, and several others.
Athletics Home Page - Who is the world's fastest Norwegian? Who is the best overall Italian athlete? What's the Moroccan record in the high jump? If you are a track and field statistics nut, this is the site for you. It lists world records, indoor and outdoor, for men and for women, as well as track and field records for many nations.
Baseball America Online - You'll find all the information on your favorite major and minor league baseball teams along with player profiles, stats and scoreboards. You'll find high school and college teams here too!!
Black Belt Magazine - Brought to you by the publishers of Black Belt magazine, this site has interesting articles, schedules of events, lists of martial arts schools, and links to other sites. There is also a Black Belt for Kids page. Remember, though, that the empty-handed master defeats another warrior with the most powerful weapon: the mind.
Camping Source, The - Welcome to The Camping Source! Listing over 14,000 Campgrounds in their Campground Directory. Looking for great camping equipment? A campground or RV dealer in your area? Then The Camping Source is "The" place on the internet to find anything that has to do with camping. Visit the Campers Etiquette Page, or shop the store for Great camping Gear!
Clem's Homemade Kites - You don't need to spend hundreds of dollars on a fancy stunt kite--just try Clem's homemade pattern, made of newspaper and adhesive tape. The directions for making one are all at this site, including some important safety rules for flying your creation.
Coaching Youth Sports - You ask your mother to coach your basketball team this year. She says, "Yes." As the season gets closer, she starts wondering about what she should do. How can you help? Check out this site, which offers some basic tips about coaching kids in sports.
Eldrbarry's Active Games Guide - From get acquainted games to tag, from line and circle games to indoor play, you're sure to find something fun to do with just a few friends or a whole family reunion. Here's a description of "This Is a ___! A What?," one of the silliest games we know: "Equipment is an assortment of different objects. Seat everyone in a circle. Leader takes an object and passes it to his right saying: `This is a banana.' The receiver says `A what?' and the giver repeats. Then it is passed on to the third in the same way. When asked `A What?' each person inquires of the one who gave it to him `A What?' before passing it on to the next. This pattern keeps on. After this has proceeded a ways the leader starts something else, `This is a alligator,' etc. After three are in motion then objects may be started right or left. Object: to remember what each item is."
ESPN.com - Hey, sports fans! If you're really into sports, then you probably already know about ESPN, the all-sports cable TV network. They do the same great job on their home page as they do on their network. This site offers up-to-the-minute sports news, scores, and game summaries. Let's say your favorite team is in Seattle and you live all the way across the country on the other coast. Chances are, it's a pain in the neck to get the latest news, stats, and player profiles on your favorite team. Hey, relax. Tune in and get it all right here: college, amateur, pro. They cover it all, and they let you talk back. After all, you have to make your opinion known, right?
Freestyle Frisbee - Ever notice how Frisbees never come with directions? How do you learn those cool tricks? Now you can visit this Web site and learn from the experts. Put a spin on it, and don't forget the silicon spray!
Fun Fish and Fishing Facts - Hey! You caught a fish! NOW what? Is it big enough to keep? Will it be used as food? If not, this site shows you how to gently release it so you can catch it again when it's bigger. There's also a tackle box checklist and information on lots of fishy facts.
GORP - For Paddlers, Kayakers, Rafters, and Canoeists Around the World - Tired of surfing the Net? Why not try kayaking the keyboard or canoeing the computer? This resource is a great casting-off point from which to paddle Net resources about canoeing, kayaking, rafting, and similar water vehicles. Parental advisory: Not all links have been checked.
Gymn-An Electronic Forum for Gymnastics! - Know the results of the gymnastics world championships and other current events by tumbling over to this site! Do you like to read articles about gymnasts? Would you like a list of gymnastics magazines with order forms? Find them here. You can take gymnastics trivia tests, too. Did you ever wonder about the "chalk" you see gymnasts rub on their hands? It's magnesium carbonate, and they use it to absorb sweat so that they won't lose their grip on the equipment.
How to Use a Compass - One use of magnetism is finding your way with a compass. On a hike, a compass will help you find your way, but first you have to learn to use one properly. You can learn in your own backyard, or in a park, or in a school playground. This site gives you a guided tour to a compass and its use. There are also tips on how to find your way in very difficult conditions, like fog or snow whiteouts.
International Signal Flags - You want to say "Hi" to your buddy in a boat across the bay, but it's too far to yell. You could use the semaphore alphabet and two flags to send messages. How? Boaters spell words by holding a flag in each hand and moving them into different positions. An H is made by holding the right-hand flag out straight and the left-hand flag down and across the body. You can learn the whole semaphore alphabet from the pictures and descriptions you'll find at this page. Get your flags, and practice! Would you like to learn more about the maritime signal flag system, or the semaphore flag code? At this site you can have your name spelled out in either one, or both! If you think you're ready, take the test and see how well you do.
Kcarroll's Horse Country - This is the ultimate horse site for juniors. Horse history, care, stories, sounds, images, and associations are all here. There's a Junior Riders Mailing Digest and an International Pen Pal List for horse lovers. This site is the best thing to happen to junior riders since Misty of Chincoteague .
L. L. Bean - L. L. Bean has been in the outdoor recreation outfitting business for many years, and they have quite a wealth of knowledge on such things as fly-fishing, camping, cycling, winter camping, backpacking, and cross-country skiing. Also, don't forget snowshoeing, which is a really cool (no pun intended) activity! It's a bit easier for most people than cross-country skiing, and it allows you to do a little more exploring. This page is where you can find out what you need and how to get started. After reading the helpful hints, maybe you still have a few more questions. Chances are the answers are only a mouse click away. For example, did you know you can make an emergency snowshoe repair with duct tape? (Is there anything you can't fix with duct tape?)
Lumberjack and Timber Sports Guide - Ever heard of timber sports? They include logrolling, crosscut sawing, and standing block chop. There are world records for lumberjack (or lumberjill) sporting events. If you haven't heard of this sport, you will. It's growing like crazy. On this page, you can see who holds the world record in a variety of timber competitions as well as see other information about this unusual sport, such as where to see a competition and where to buy the unusual equipment required. You can also find out when to watch this sport on ESPN.
MyTeam.com - This is the one you want! Not only are there great features (extreme sports, b-ball tournament news, fitness, coaching, and more), but the games at this site are AWESOME. Son of Net-mom told us to say that.
National Sports Center for the Disabled - If you love outdoor recreation, adventure, and freedom, then read about all of the fun programs sponsored by the National Sports Center for the Disabled. The NSCD, a nonprofit organization located in Winter Park, Colorado, celebrated its 25th year of "enabling the spirit through sports" in 1995. If you're a winter sports fan, you can join their Ski Pals Program, where disabled and able-bodied kids of ages 8 to 14 hit the slopes. If skiing, snowboarding, or snowshoeing aren't for you, then how about the Family Camp? You and your family can enjoy white-water rafting or hiking on nature trails designed to accommodate any special needs. There's even a rock-climbing course for the blind and visually impaired.
Online Boating Courses and Boating Safety Information - At this site you can learn a lot about personal floatation devices, knots and how to tie them, running lights, and all sorts of boating information. There's a special area just for kids where you can ask questions like "How far is the horizon?" and "Why are life jackets orange?" You can even take an online boating safety course that's approved by the National Association of State Boating Law Administrators (NASBLA) and recognized as acceptable to the U.S. Coast Guard Recreational Boating Program. To get your official Boating Safety ID card and certificate, you must pass the final exam with a score of at least 80 percent. Good luck!
Orienteering - Does this sound like fun? You and your friends use a very detailed map and a compass to visit various checkpoint flags hidden in the forest. When you reach a checkpoint, you use a special hole punch (usually hanging by the flag) to verify that you found the flag. The punches make differently shaped holes in your control card. This fast-growing sport can be enjoyed as a simple family walk in the woods or as a competitive team race. Learn about getting started in orienteering here, and don't miss the explanation of international control symbols. Remember: a big asterisk means look for an ANTHILL!
Real Kids Fishing Adventures - Check these huge fish that kids caught in Michigan--then visit some of the many other interesting spots at this resource on all phases of fishing.
Rollerblade - This is a commercial site, developed by the Rollerblade company. It has lots of info on how to get started in rollerblading and catch up with your friends (or your parents, as the case may be). You'll learn about the scenes, the moves, the equipment, even the lingo. There's lots on safety, too, because "asphalt bites"!
Sailing Terms - Where's the bow? What if your scupper is plugged? How do you know when to luff? If you're going to be talking to boaters or sailors (or if you're going to be one), then you'll have to check out this site. And you thought you were a sailor because you knew your port ( left) from your starboard ( right)! Sail on over and find the definition of any sailing word.
Skateboard Science - Sometimes it seems like skateboarders are breaking the laws--of physics! But it turns out they are just using them to their advantage. See some video of skateboard pros in action, and hear an interview with a skateboard designer. Then discover the physics behind ollies, nolies, and kickflips, among other tricks.
Sports Illustrated for Kids - If you've been wanting to try your hand at a new sport, this is where you can find out all about the moves, the lingo, and the equipment. Don't miss the interviews with sports heroes, hilarious comics, games, and a whole lot more.
SportsForWomen.com - Complete coverage of women's sports. Fitness and training advice for women. News and scores from pro, college and Olympic sports. WNBA basketball, WTA tennis, LPGA golf, soccer, softball, volleyball.
SuperSoaker - Net-mom has run away from more Super Soaker water play than she cares to remember. Seems like every year Son of Net-mom just HAS to have the latest, greatest, and newest model. Luckily, he hasn't discovered this Web site yet. And don't YOU tell him! He'd be entering the contest to win free water guns and drooling over the CPS 3000. No, Net-mom's going to keep this site a secret.
Surf - Global Oceanic Surf Links - This is the real thing, not this waterless digital surfing we've all gotten used to. Big surf, land surfing, swells‹it's all here. See a live picture of Sunset Beach on Oahu, or check wave conditions in Australia. See some gnarly GIFs or check some equipment reviews. Keep scrolling--there are surf cams and beach reports from surfing cultures all over the world! A caution to parents: Not all links have been checked.
The Locker Room....Sports for Kids! - Do you need basic information on how to hold a bat, kick a football, serve a volleyball, or shoot a hockey puck? Get it here. Besides "skills and drills," you'll find the rules of these sports and many others, their histories, fun facts about them, and a glossary of terms. There is also advice on how to do warm-up exercises and how to deal with team problems. If you don't have a big brother or sister to teach you this stuff, this page is the next best thing.
Track and Field Sports Events Web Site - Can you all hear me OK out on the field? Great! Will everybody go into the warm-up area first and learn some of those stretches and flexibility exercises coach is always harping on? There's a big long list, so you ought to be able to find a few you can do. After that, meet us on the bleachers for training tips on nutrition and general health. Pick up your gear and move on to the events area, which is why we are all here, right? Learn tips and strategies for dealing with all the track and field events you want. What's that? No, Jerry, I don't know where you put your discus. Use a pizza from the lunchroom instead. I have one more announcement! This field event was created by students for the ThinkQuest Junior competition.
Ultimate Player's Association - "When a ball dreams, it dreams it's a Frisbee!" And you thought it was just a simple game. This stuff is serious fun. Ultimate had a modest beginning back in 1968 in New Jersey at Columbia High School. By 1972, the game had escalated to an intercollegiate sport, and today it's played in over 35 countries around the world. As with any sport, there are rules, but the list is short and the play is simple.
United States Boomerang Association - "Aussie Round," "Fast Catch," and "Maximum Time Aloft" are some of the events you might see at a boomerang competition. Find out which types of boomerangs are best for each event, where you can get them, how you should throw them, and more at this site, to which you'll have many happy returns.
USA Softball - Learn about the national team and find rosters, photographs, team profiles, and league and tournament news from around the nation.
Virtual Kite Zoo - Start here for a tour to the various types of kites and their fascinating histories. Did you know that some people use kites for fishing? Or that you can make a tetrahedral kite from drinking straws? Maybe you want to attend a kite festival, or you just want to get some online tips for flying technique. This is the site you'll want to visit! Be sure to click on Kites in the Classroom for many easy-to-make kite plans.
Washers - A Great American Game! - Do you love to pitch horseshoes but are challenged by a lack of space? Try the new all-American game--Washers! You'll learn the history of this wonderful game, the equipment needed, the rules and regulations, and a lot more. In no time at all, you'll be tossing washers and wondering why you waited so long to become a Washers champ.
YMCAs Around the World-Wide Web - Why would you go to the "Y"--the YMCA? You could go for all kinds of reasons. You could go for a game of B-ball, swimming or judo lessons, or even classes in basketry. The Y is a fun place for everybody in the family, and there are many YMCAs all over the Internet. Take a look at YMCAs on the Web to see if a Y near you has a presence in cyberspace.
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